Paddlewheeler Creole Queen Historic Mississippi River Cruise

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Overview

Available languages

English

2 hours 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

Take a 2 hour, 30 minute cruise down the great Mississippi River aboard the Paddlewheeler Creole Queen. Enjoy a narrated tour with a licensed historian describing 300-years of New Orleans history; from the founding of the city by the LeMoyne Brothers to the tragedy of Hurricane Katrina. During your cruise the vessel will dock at Chalmette Battlefield for a 1-hour excursion. Enjoy a guided tour and talk by a National Park Ranger about the battle of New Orleans, while taking in the sweet breeze and delicate waves along the river. Delight in a cash bar and/or a satisfying Creole lunch option available on the boat while viewing the famous French Quarter and Port of New Orleans from the river .

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

No outside food or beverages are allowed on board.

Bags are checked before boarding the vessel to ensure safety during the cruise.

Subject to favorable weather conditions. If altered or canceled due to poor weather, cruise may remain dockside in the event of unfavorable sailing conditions.

Due to limited capacity, refund requests made less than 24 hours prior to departure will NOT be considered. This includes missing the attraction for any reason. However, your ticket is transferable and valid for up to one year.

The Creole Paddlewheeler is Wheelchair accessible with a weight-restricted mechanical lift. However, the Chalmette Battlefield Park is not wheelchair accessible for handicap passengers at this time.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Local guide

All Fees and Taxes

Restroom on board

1-Hour at Battlefield

Gratuities

Alcohol (Cash Bar)

What To Expect

1

Chalmette Battlefield

Disembark at the site of the 1815 Battle of New Orleans at the Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve, where you can tour the Chalmette Battlefield including the Malus-Beauregard House and the Chalmette Monument before re-boarding for the return cruise.

45 minutes • Admission Included
2

Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve

Chalmette Battlefield is located in the Jean Lafitte National Park, making it an exciting and special addition to your river cruise!

30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Options

Historic Cruise (Meal)

Enjoy an interesting yet relaxing cruise with a delicious Creole-styled lunch and a stop at the Battlefield of New Orleans

Historic Cruise (No Meal)

Enjoy an interesting yet relaxing cruise and a stop at the battlefield of New Orleans

Reviews

4.41

1,841 reviews

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  • Historic cruise

    Sibylle B,

    Sep 28, 2025

    - Viator

    4.00

    A trip with a ship on the Missisipi with a guide who gives historic information and talks about Katrina, just way too much and too long

  • Easy activity. Smooth...

    Tom J,

    Sep 25, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Easy activity. Smooth boarding and deboarding. Isn't a long cruise, goes from Port to Chamette battlefield and docks there for about an hour and then returns to port. Narrator along the way down river is very good. On the return to Port he talks exclusively about the hurricane that devastated the 9th ward. Interesting but very long.

  • Very relaxing, but bring...

    Denise A,

    Sep 23, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Very relaxing, but bring a jacket if you plan to stay inside the boat . It can be very cold. Great service, food, atmosphere. It was very clean . Staff was very generous & kind!

  • Charles Prince of the Mississippi River Cruise

    Keith G,

    Sep 22, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Friendly staff, pleasant environment, interesting. knowledgeable and funny narrator. Charles keeps you interested and educates. Best history lesson ever

  • Knowledgeable, rewarding...

    Diane M,

    Sep 22, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Knowledgeable, rewarding experience. Captain Charlie and the crew made us very welcome. We all enjoyed the ride and experience.

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4.41
1,841 reviews